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About Me

Hi! I’m Claire!

I’m a registered associate marriage and family therapist (AMFT #15598) and registered associate professional clinical counselor (APCC #19806) in California! I identify as queer and neurodivergent and I lived experience with mental illness.

I work with people who have deep passions and big feelings. I love working with teens and adults who identify as queer, trans/gender expansive. Many of my clients are looking to understand their complex trauma and find ways to manage and cope with the cards they’ve been dealt. Things have been hard, but together we can find ways to heal the pain that comes with CPTSD. Additionally, I love supporting neurodivergent clients (late and self diagnosed included!) as they learn how best to accommodate their brains and feel empowered to be themselves. I frequently work with clients as they navigate life transitions as well, whether that be going to college, choosing a new career, or exploring how best to express their identity.

Before my time at The Nest Counseling Center, I gained specialized training in LGBTQ mental health care, including gender affirming care, at the LGBTQ Center OC. There, I also created and facilitated the Neuroqueer group, a mental health group for queer, neurodivergent adults.

  • Bachelor of Science in Gender and Women’s Studies and Psychology - University of Wyoming.

    Master of Science in Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy - California State University, Fullerton.

  • Completed 1.5 year practicum/training in LGBTQ affirmative therapy at LGBTQ Center OC

    Completed Exploring Neuroqueer Identities Training - Dr. Megan Anna Neff

    Graduate Research and Thesis: Utilizing Play Therapy for the Treatment of CPTSD in Adults

    3 year research assistantship - Trauma and Sexual Assault Prevention Lab UWYO

    1 year research assistantship- Eating Behaviors Lab UWYO

  • My approach to therapy is honest and genuine. I show up 100% myself every time so that you can do the same. I’m LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent affirming, and I utilize modalities that allow me to serve these populations in a trauma informed way.

  • I’m a pink everything kind of gal (like the Elle Woods of therapy)

    I was born and raised in Wyoming

    I love a good craft (especially sewing, crochet, etc.)

    I’ve been a vegetarian for over 15 years

    There’s no documentary I won’t watch

    I’m an OG Swiftie! My first concert was Taylor opening for Rascal Flats in the Debut Era. Folklore is my #1!

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